Ceramic Vase - 19 cm - Pair of small jars
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Pair of small short-necked jars with a beaded lip
Ming Dynasty (1368–1644)
Southern China (furnaces in Anhui, Guangdong or Fujian)
So-called "trade" productions (Trade Ceramics)
Clay-bodied stoneware with lead glazes that are crazed
Height of the largest piece: 19 cm x 15 cm
Ensemble composed of two small ovoid-conical storage jars, with a pronounced shoulder and a short neck surmounted by a thick rounded lip. The bodies are animated by faint horizontal grooves left by the potter’s wheel.
The left jar displays a dark brown robe with olive reflections, characterized by a fine speckled glaze reminiscent of the pear-skin effect, ending irregularly just above an unglazed base.
The right jar bears a much paler glaze, from cream to amber-pale yellow, marked by a dense and pronounced network of crazing (crackle), typical of Songxi-type stoneware or certain provincial productions intended for export to Southeast Asia.
The base reveals a flat, slightly concave foot, showing a coarse beige-gray stoneware paste with iron impurities. The presence of wire-cut marks on the underside attests to an artisanal, quick-hand fabrication technique typical of utilitarian pieces of the period.
These mid-sized jars were originally intended for the transport and storage of valuable commodities (spices, condiments, oils, or medicinal spirits). Produced in large quantities in private kilns in Southern China, they were widely distributed along the Silk maritime routes. Their robustness and the sobriety of their lines give them today a raw, timeless aesthetic that is highly sought after.
Condition: Good state of archaeological freshness.
Brown glaze: wear traces, chips, firing defects
Beige glaze: wear traces, chips, firing defects and restorations
Provenance: Kanaka The Collection
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Seller's Story
Kanaka The Collection is a Portugal-based web gallery specialising in Asian art, with a particular focus on the arts of Southeast Asia.
With over 20 years of experience and passion for Asian art, we offer a carefully curated selection of sculptures, ceramics and works of art from across Asia, chosen for their artistic quality, authenticity and historical interest.
Every piece is professionally packed, and we ship worldwide to collectors and institutions.
We remain personally available to collectors before and after each acquisition.
Translated by Google TranslatePair of small short-necked jars with a beaded lip
Ming Dynasty (1368–1644)
Southern China (furnaces in Anhui, Guangdong or Fujian)
So-called "trade" productions (Trade Ceramics)
Clay-bodied stoneware with lead glazes that are crazed
Height of the largest piece: 19 cm x 15 cm
Ensemble composed of two small ovoid-conical storage jars, with a pronounced shoulder and a short neck surmounted by a thick rounded lip. The bodies are animated by faint horizontal grooves left by the potter’s wheel.
The left jar displays a dark brown robe with olive reflections, characterized by a fine speckled glaze reminiscent of the pear-skin effect, ending irregularly just above an unglazed base.
The right jar bears a much paler glaze, from cream to amber-pale yellow, marked by a dense and pronounced network of crazing (crackle), typical of Songxi-type stoneware or certain provincial productions intended for export to Southeast Asia.
The base reveals a flat, slightly concave foot, showing a coarse beige-gray stoneware paste with iron impurities. The presence of wire-cut marks on the underside attests to an artisanal, quick-hand fabrication technique typical of utilitarian pieces of the period.
These mid-sized jars were originally intended for the transport and storage of valuable commodities (spices, condiments, oils, or medicinal spirits). Produced in large quantities in private kilns in Southern China, they were widely distributed along the Silk maritime routes. Their robustness and the sobriety of their lines give them today a raw, timeless aesthetic that is highly sought after.
Condition: Good state of archaeological freshness.
Brown glaze: wear traces, chips, firing defects
Beige glaze: wear traces, chips, firing defects and restorations
Provenance: Kanaka The Collection
Shipped with UPS and insurance
Seller's Story
Kanaka The Collection is a Portugal-based web gallery specialising in Asian art, with a particular focus on the arts of Southeast Asia.
With over 20 years of experience and passion for Asian art, we offer a carefully curated selection of sculptures, ceramics and works of art from across Asia, chosen for their artistic quality, authenticity and historical interest.
Every piece is professionally packed, and we ship worldwide to collectors and institutions.
We remain personally available to collectors before and after each acquisition.
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Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Pair of small jars
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
China
Material
Ceramic
Dynastic style/period
Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
19 cm
Sold with stand
No
Width
15 cm
Depth
15 cm
Diameter
15 cm
Estimated period
1700-1750
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